Parts Of A Computer.

Question 1

What is a computer?

Answer 1

A computer is a programmed electronic device that accepts and or processes data that produces appropriate output format

Question 2

What are perpheral Devices?

Answer 2

These are devices that are used to connect input, output and communication devices to a computer.

Question 3

What are input devices?

Answer 3

These are devices used to enter data into the computer.

Question 4

What are output devices?

Answer 4

These are devices that give out information from the computer.

Question 5

What are storage devices?

Answer 5

These are devices used to store/keep data , information and instructions.

Question 6

What are communication devices?

Answer 6

These are devices used to send and receive data.

Question 7

Mention 5 jobs that can be replaced by a computer.

Answer 7

-Teachers
-Security guard
-Cashiers
-Receptionist
-Factory workers

Question 8

What is the diff between primary and secondary memory?

Answer 8

Primary memory is kept temporarily while secondary memory is kept permanently!

Question 9

State an advantage of secondary memory.

Answer 9

Secondary memory can always be found.
Lower overall storage costs.
Additional layers of security.

Question 10

What is secondary storage measured in?

Answer 10

Bytes